Stiria sulphurea
Neumoegen, 1882
Stiria sulphurea is a of owlet moth in the Noctuidae. The species is characterized by its sulfur-yellow coloration, as suggested by its specific epithet. It is native to North America and has been documented in limited observations. The Stiria belongs to the Stiriinae, a group of noctuid with distinctive morphological features.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Stiria sulphurea: //ˈstɪriə sʌlˈfjʊəriə//
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Distribution
North America. Distribution records indicate presence across the continent, though specific range boundaries are not well documented. The has been observed in at least 23 documented occurrences according to iNaturalist records.
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Taxonomic placement
Stiria sulphurea is classified in the Stiriinae, tribe Stiriini. This subfamily placement distinguishes it from many other noctuid groups, though specific diagnostic features for this are not well documented in available sources.
Observation records
As of available records, Stiria sulphurea has relatively few documented observations (23 on iNaturalist), suggesting it may be uncommon, undercollected, or restricted to specific or regions not frequently surveyed.
MONA/Hodges number
9787